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Our website address is: https://sovereigninteriors.co.za.

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Cookies

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Embedded content from other websites

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These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where yourPrivacy Policy – Sovereign Interiors

Last Updated: [14/02/2026]

Sovereign Interiors (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, create an account, or purchase from us.

By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

  1. Interpretation and Definitions

Company refers to Sovereign Interiors.
Country refers to South Africa.
Device means any device that can access our Service, such as a computer, cellphone, or tablet.
Personal Data means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service refers to our website and online store.
Service Provider means any third party that processes data on our behalf (e.g. payment gateways, couriers, IT providers).
You means the individual or legal entity using our Service.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Delivery and billing address

Account information

Demographic information for delivery purposes

Usage Data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, device identifiers)

When you register using third-party services (such as Google or Facebook), we may collect information associated with those accounts, such as your name and email address.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process and deliver orders

Manage your account

Provide customer support

Send order updates and service messages

Send promotional emails and SMS (with your consent)

Conduct market research and improve our website

Customise your shopping experience

Comply with legal obligations

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time:

SMS: Reply STOP

Email: Use the unsubscribe link in our emails or contact us directly

  1. Payment Security

All online credit card payments are processed securely through a third-party payment gateway (e.g. PayU). Sovereign Interiors does not store your card details under any circumstances.

For PayU’s security policies, visit their official website.

  1. Disclosure of Information

We may share your Personal Data with:

Delivery and logistics partners (only what is necessary to complete delivery)

Payment processors

IT and hosting providers

Auditors, consultants, and service providers under contract

We may also disclose your information:

If required by law

To protect our legal rights

In the event of a business sale, merger, or restructuring

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences

Improve website performance

Analyse shopping behaviour

Provide a more personalised experience

Cookies do not give us access to your device. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not work properly.

  1. Security of Your Information

We are committed to ensuring your information is secure. We use appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect your data.

However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information

Request correction or deletion

Withdraw consent for marketing

Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it.

  1. CCTV and Call Recording

Telephone calls to our offices or stores may be recorded for quality and training purposes.

CCTV cameras may operate in our stores, offices, and warehouses for safety and security.

  1. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:

📧 Email: [admin@sovereigninteriors.co.za]
📍 Company: Sovereign Interiors
🌐 Website: [https://sovereigninteriors.co.za/]

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